Key Role Information

Salary
£32,535.00 - 33,987.00 FTE (Pro Rata 29,812-31,143)
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
08/07/2026 12:00
Start
1 September 2026
Contract term
TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks
Pay grade
APT&C Payscales | SCP12 - SCP15
Department
Teaching Support
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Hours per week
35.00
Weeks per year
41.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

September 2026 | Fixed Term Contract

Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS) is looking to appoint a dedicated and professional Social Academic Mentor to join our inclusive and forward-thinking school community. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing and ambitious secondary school committed to delivering outstanding support for our students and staff.

As a Social Academic Mentor you will:

About you

We want to hear from you if you are:

Our mission is for all students at the Royal Greenwich Trust School to have excellent outcomes, we deliver the highest quality of teaching and learning by working collaboratively with universities, public bodies and private sector partnerships. If you believe you can contribute to this goal, we encourage you to apply for the role.

Our core values underpin our daily practice and the learning experiences here are creative, innovative and challenging as we empower our students in ‘Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow’. During their time with us, our students develop a wide range of skills and attributes which prepare them to become happy, responsible and successful citizens who are able to make a positive contribution to their local and wider community.

Development, working structure and flexible working at Royal Greenwich Trust School (RGTS):

At RGTS we have shaped a working environment that places staff wellbeing at its centre without compromising the quality of teaching and learning.

At RGTS, we believe that by investing in the people who shape our students’ futures, we create a thriving school community where both staff and students can achieve their full potential.

What can we offer you?

If you would like more information on our school, please visit our website: Welcome - Royal Greenwich Trust School

Early applications are appreciated as interviews will be arranged as and when suitable applications are received.  

Royal Greenwich Trust School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.

We reserve the right to commence or complete the recruitment process prior to the closing date.  

We do not accept applications via agencies. 

 

Qualifications

NVQ level 2/3 or equivalent in relevant disciplineessential
NVQ III or equivalent
GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalentessential
A*-C/4+ or equivalent

Skills

Experience

Experience of working with young people at secondary level
Relevant experience/proven success in working with young people in school or youth setting
Understanding of current theory and practice in delivering learning interventions

Experience/Knowledge

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Personal Attributes

Teamwork

About Us

Welcome to Royal Greenwich Trust School

Thank you for your interest in joining Royal Greenwich Trust School. We are delighted that you are considering becoming part of a community of dedicated educators, leaders and professionals.

Our Commitment to You

At Royal Greenwich Trust School, we believe that when staff are empowered and given the right opportunities, they can make a lasting difference to the lives of our students and their families. Supporting professional growth and wellbeing is central to how we achieve this.

Development, Support and Collaboration

As part of University Schools Trust, our staff benefit from strong partnerships, high quality professional development and collaborative networks that enable individuals to grow and progress at every stage of their career.

Shaping the Future Together

As you explore opportunities with us, we encourage you to learn more about our approach to continual professional learning, staff wellbeing and collaborative practice. We look forward to seeing how your skills, experience and passion can contribute to the continued success of Royal Greenwich Trust School.

Royal Greenwich Trust School

UST Recruitment

ustrecruitment@ust.london

765 Woolwich Road
Greenwich
London
London
SE7 8LJ
UST Recruitment
ustrecruitment@ust.london

Safeguarding Information

All posts involving direct contact with children and vulnerable adults are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website.

In line with Safer Recruitment guidelines and legal obligations to ensure that safeguarding is a paramount consideration in recruitment processes, employers are required to carry out an enhanced DBS check for this role. To supplement this, we ask you to confirm whether or not you have ever been convicted of a criminal offence which is not 'protected'. If you answer 'yes', you will be asked to supply details of all relevant convictions at a later stage, should your application be progressed.

Information given in response to this question will not be used during the shortlisting process. The data will only be referred to if your application is progressed, informing the pre-employment checking process.

The University Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS Check.

https://www.ust.london/policies/child-protection-safeguarding

https://www.ust.london/policies/code-of-conduct

In accordance with our Company Policies and KCSIE guidelines set out by the Department for Education, a background check will be carried out on your online digital presence. For this we use a third-party professional screening partner, SP Index (www.sp-index.com), experienced in processing personal data for the purpose of such checks.